Support Center

Welcome to Bond Sim Support

Thank you for using Bond Sim! Here you'll find resources to help you get the most out of the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I interpret the bond price sensitivity chart?

The chart shows how the bond price changes with different interest rates. The steeper the curve, the more sensitive the bond is to interest rate changes. This sensitivity is measured by duration, which is calculated and displayed in the app.

What is bond duration?

Duration is a measure of the sensitivity of a bond's price to interest rate changes. It represents the weighted average time to receive the bond's cash flows. The higher the duration, the more sensitive the bond price is to interest rate changes.

How do I calculate yield to maturity (YTM)?

In Bond Sim, the required rate represents the yield to maturity. You can adjust this value to see how different yields affect the bond price.

Why does the bond price decrease when interest rates increase?

When interest rates rise, newly issued bonds come with higher coupon rates, making existing bonds with lower rates less attractive. This causes the market value (price) of existing bonds to fall.

Can I export my bond calculations?

Currently, Bond Sim does not support exporting calculations. This feature is under consideration for future updates.

App Tutorial

To get started with Bond Sim:

  1. Set the face value of your bond (the principal amount)
  2. Choose the coupon rate (the interest the bond pays)
  3. Set the required rate (your expected yield)
  4. Adjust the maturity slider to set the bond's term
  5. Switch to the Details tab to see comprehensive bond information

Need More Help?

If you couldn't find the answer to your question, please contact us at:

Email: support@bondsim.com

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 2 business days.